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Support Worker | Support Services

@ Interior Health Authority

Keremeos, British Columbia

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Overview

Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual Support Worker at South Similkameen Health Centre in Keremeos, BC, for housekeeping, food service and clerical support. The role covers cleaning, waste removal, meal preparation and serving, and reporting damaged equipment. Hours are as-needed, from 0 to 37.5 per week, with employer-paid benefits and training offered.

Responsibilities:

  • Clean floors, counters, equipment and food service areas
  • Collect waste and recycling from patient rooms and nursing stations
  • Portion and serve meals and beverages in dining areas
  • Prepare ingredients, sandwiches, salads and bag lunches
  • Answer telephones and complete clerical tasks

Requirements summary:

  • Grade 10 or equivalent education, training and experience
  • Food Safe Certificate
  • Reliable, flexible and motivated

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-29
First seen by our source
2026-10-30
Source record updated
2026-10-30

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic, Store
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none
Licences & certificationsFood Safe Certificate
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Paid training

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Interior Health Authority

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Full company description

With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.

LinkedIn followers
44,807
People associated on LinkedIn
10,028
Reported office locations
  • 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
Other recorded names
  • Interior Health Authority
Specialties
  • Health Care
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No

With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersKelowna, British Columbia
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded2001
SpecialtiesHealth Care
Open jobs on Jobsy1,359
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Job description
Position Summary
Interior Health is seeking a Support Worker to join our Support Services Team at South Similkameen Health Centre in Keremeos, BC. If you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Employer paid training/education opportunities
Generous Vacation Entitlement
Employer Paid Health Benefits
Municipal Pension Plan
Shift Premiums
Competitive wages

About the Job
Cleaning duties such as sweeping and washing floors, cleaning counter tops and tables, sinks, machines and equipment and washing walls and splash areas; removes garbage as required, defrosts and cleans refrigerators, and cleans ovens.
Clerical duties such as answering the telephone, writing information on menu cards and checking cards against lists.
Collects waste and recycling from patient rooms, the nursing stations and other locations in the site and removes from building to designated holding areas.
Cleans areas such as floors, walls and windows by methods such as dry and wet mopping, scrubbing, sealing, waxing, buffing, polishing & vacuuming.
Cleans items such as furniture, contact points, ledges, vents, mirrors and equipment.
Reports inoperable equipment or damaged, unsafe equipment or building surfaces in accordance with established procedures.
Portioning and serving meals and beverages within a dining room and/or cafeteria operation.
Counts, weighs and/or measures ingredients for assigned food preparation area.
Washing and peeling vegetables and fruit.
Assembles beverages and food items - tea, coffee, sandwiches, salads, bag lunches, items for Meals on Wheels program.
Setting up and delivering meal carts.
Cleaning of food service areas.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.

About this Location
Nestled in the beautiful Similkameen Valley, Keremeos is a peaceful town surrounded by orchards, vineyards, and stunning mountain views. Known for its rich agricultural heritage, it offers a slower pace of life while being a short drive from the amenities of Penticton and Kelowna.
Perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts, Keremeos provides plenty of recreational activities, including hiking, cycling, and exploring nearby lakes. With its local businesses, strong community spirit, and access to both nature and urban conveniences, Keremeos offers the ideal balance of tranquility and adventure.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!

Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualfications
Grade 10, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Food Safe Certificate.

*Employer support for BC PNP application is not an entitlement of, or guaranteed with, employment.*

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